Repertoire

— Chalese Eggleston

Mother Goose Land

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Enter the world of Mother Goose Land, where beloved nursery rhyme characters are brought to life. Mother Goose introduces you to her favorite stories: We encounter Mary and her lamb on their way to school, while Jack and Jill climb up a hill looking for water. Humpty Dumpty is perched high atop a wall waiting for the king’s arrival, and Bo-Peep searches for her lost sheep.

Aladdin

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Using traditional music, intricate costumes, and dramatic staging, we present this magical tale adapted from “The 1,001 Arabian Nights” as it has never been seen before. Friendship and kindness triumph over evil as Aladdin discovers the magical lamp, frees and befriends the powerful genie, thwarts the evil sorcerer, and saves the kingdom.

Carnival of the Animals

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Saint-Saens’ fanciful score serves as a canvas upon which three classic storybook fairy tales are interwoven: “The Three Little Pigs”, “The Tortoise and the Hare”, and “The Ugly Duckling”. This production is performed without dialog, allowing the classical score to shine. The puppets and puppeteers perform on a raised stage, fully visible to the audience.

The Vaudeville Follies

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

“The Vaudeville Follies” is a marionette variety show presented in the spirit of the old-time music hall. Our puppeteers perform in full view of the audience. Each performance is designed to engage and enthrall: an opera singer, a trapeze artist, Pierrot and his balloon, a trained dog, and a ballet dancing chicken are just a few of the acts you might see.

Peter & the Wolf

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Our production of Peter and the Wolf is set to the majestic Prokofiev score, designed to introduce children to classical music and the individual instruments within an orchestra. Visit the forest home of Peter and his grandfather, listen to the debate between the bird and the duck, and see how the hunters capture the wolf. This production features a digital recording, or can be performed with a symphony and guest narrator.

The Frog Prince

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Our production of this classic fairy tale follows the spoiled princess Ofelia on her birthday. Her life is changed by a chance meeting with a frog – who we know to be a handsome prince, transformed by a witch. When she loses her new golden ball down a well, the princess promises to grant the frog three wishes in exchange for the ball’s recovery. Will Ofelia follow through with her promises, and will the frog turn back into the handsome Prince?

The North Pole Review!

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Our winter extravaganza, “The North Pole Review,” is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. This music-based production showcases our graceful ice skater Crystal Chandelier, the high-kicking antics of the Russian Trepak Dancers, and a trio of dazzling acrobatic penguins. Puppeteers perform in full view of the audience. Perfect for family events, corporate parties, or any festive gathering.

The Art of the Puppet

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

The Fratello Marionettes delivers an interactive presentation on the art of puppetry – from creation to performance. The puppeteers will demonstrate hand puppets, rod puppets, and specialized trick marionettes. After each vignette, they will cover an aspect of the puppet building process. The presentation ends with a look behind the scenes and a Q&A session.

NEW – Spooktacular!

30 Minutes – Libraries, Events / 45 Minutes – Assemblies, Theaters

Our new Halloween variety show is family-friendly fun for all ages. The show features happy ghosts, Frankenstein, the Purple People Eater, a not-so-scary spider and more….and of course, no Halloween show would be complete without a witch! Special care is taken to make this production a kid-friendly experience.

Pierre’s Birthday Surprise

30 minutes – Birthday Parties

Chef Pierre hosts a dazzling variety show – with a special birthday surprise! Chef Pierre will present a special gift of a gold crown to the birthday celebrator, compliments of The Fratello Marionettes. Every performance is followed by the opportunity for the guest of honor to have a photo taken with their favorite puppet, plus a group shot with all the guests.

“The Fratello Marionettes are one of the Bay Area’s best performers – they are absolutely wonderful!”